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Electric train sets Vs model railway set: what’s the difference?
Model railway train sets and electric train sets are both great hobbies for people of all ages. But what's the difference between the two?
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Does Triang still exist?
Once one of the most famous British toy companies, Triang has a long complex troubled history passing through numerous ownerships. Today it still exists but [...]
Best price on Hornby R30006X BR, ‘Terrier
This month's train of the month is the LSWR Terrier in BR Black from Hornby. [...]
How to re-fix stickers on old rolling stock
On older rolling stock, the transfers can sometime work free. Here's a quick tip to fixing them back. [...]
Adding inertia to DCC locomotives
One of the smarter features of DCC locomotives is the ability to simulate inertia. [...]
How to safely clean model trains + what NOT to use
How to keep your model trains or plastic models clean without damaging the plastic, paint or decals. [...]
The lowest priced Hornby train
Looking for the lowest price Hornby train for a present or gift. MRE has tracked it down. [...]
N Gauge model trains – what you need to know
N gauge is hugely popular but what is it? Here's what you need to know before leaping in to the world of N scale model railways. [...]
My Tri-ang Collection
I'm a bit of a Tri-ang train fan and collect original vintage rolling stock, here are a few photos of my favourite items from my collection.
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How to test a model train without tools
How to test locomotives when out and about and you don't have your usual tools handy. [...]
A closer look at Hornby’s 2020 100th Anniversary releases
Graham Muspratt takes a closer look at Hornby's 2020 unveiling from a Southern Railway perspective. [...]
Hornby celebrates 100th year with new and surprising releases
2020 see's Hornby reach its 100th year and to celebrate it's launching a number of limited edition models complete with retro-themed packaging. [...]
There’s a world-record for model trains pulling a real train??? Watch the incredible video
Model trains pulling a full-size locomotive? How many trains would it take? Can it even be done? [...]
Best price on the Hornby R3359 Rothery Industrial 101 Class Locomotive
Looking for a general purpose, low cost, train for your train set or to expand your train fleet with? The Hornby Rothery Industrial 101 Class Locomotive is [...]
Boot fair bargains – How I picked up a locomotive and controller for under £10
Who says model trains are expensive? [...]
This train dates back the 1880s and is still played with can you guess where?
There can't be many of us who haven't seen this train at one time or another. [...]
DCC Sound Speaker Comparison – make your locos sound better
Adding sound chips to your locos makes a world of difference to a layout but not all model train speakers are created equal as Richard Croft from Road and [...]
The number one tip for successful DCC upgrades
Want great running DCC conversions of your analogue trains? He's an often overlooked tip that will dramatically improve DCC conversion performance. [...]
How to clean model train wheels, fixing a train that stops and starts. UPDATED for 2024
You've found it. Abandoned in your childhood, a long-forgotten Hornby loco has been rediscovered. A childhood memory is reborn. You dust it off and plant it on [...]
Upgrading an old Hornby Pannier
GWR Pannier engines are the best. They're my favourite locos and I have quite a few, in both OO and N gauge. The Hornby versions are great little [...]